A Protein Packed Dessert

Adding better-for-you recipes to your family's menu can be as simple as incorporating protein with ingredients that enhance flavour and nutrition. For example, the Peanut Butter Crunch pictured here is powered by peanuts, a nutrient rich superfood that delivers 19 vitamins and minerals plus 7 grams of protein per serving. It's a simple, sweet way to enjoy dessert on the go, without sacrificing your goals.

Peanut Butter Crunch

Yield: 2 dozen squares

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup light corn syrop

• 1 Cup granulated sugar

• 1 Jar (12 ounces) crunchy peanut butter

• 6 Cups Crisp Rice Cereal

• Coconut Flakes, for topping (optional)

• Chocolate Chips, for topping (optional)

• Melted Chocolate, for topping (optional)

• Sprinkles, for topping (optional)

Directions:

1) In 2-quart microwave safe container, stir sugar and syrup.

2) Microwave 1 1/2 - 2 minutes on high, or until sugar is dissolved.

3) Stir in peanut butter until well blended.

4) Mix in cereal.

5) Pour into 8"x12" buttered pan.

6) Cool.

7) When cooled, cut into squares and top with any combination of coconut flakes, chocolate chips, melted chocolate and sprinkles.

Visit www.gapeanuts.com to find more recipes that pack a protein punch.

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